Should I Memorize ITTOs?
PMP Exam Prep with Scott Payne - A podcast by Scott Payne

If you’re still trying to memorize all 600+ Inputs, Tools & Techniques, and Outputs... stop. In this episode, I break down why memorizing ITTOs is a waste of time—and what PMI really wants you to know instead. I’ll walk you through the metaphor I teach all my students: every process is like a factory with a purpose. Once you see it that way, the entire PMBOK process structure starts to make sense. I’ll show you: Why PMI still tests ITTOs, just not how you think How to “jump into” a situational question and figure out where you are Why understanding flow beats memorizing any day A simple strategy to finally feel in control of all 49 processes